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  • September 4, 2021

What to Do in September 2021 in Florence, Italy: Events & More

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Ahhh, glorious September. Normally this month in Florence Italy, there is a real buzz of excitement, as it coincides with the classic “rientro” or return period after the traditional summer holidays. 

You’ll find locals bronzed and happy, (well, those lucky enough to have escaped this summer’s heatwave) heading back to work and present at cocktail bars and pizzerie to share stories from their vacanze as everyone’s schedules ramp up with work/kids going back to school. 

Locals gossiping on the backstreets of Florence’s “rive gauche”

It’s funny, when I wrote this post last year, I assumed that by September 2021 things would be much different. Things would be back to normal, albeit cautiously. 

Spoiler alert, it’s not. 

I think it is safe to say that we had no idea that we would still be this impacted, nor that there would be dangerous variants circulating worldwide that make it hard to live stress-free right now. It feels like this nightmare of a virus will never end but that being said I’m choosing to live a bit more in the moment and trying my best to avoid projecting the future anymore. Nico and I both got our vaccines this summer (thank god) but we are still essentially living as before, masked up in crowds and on public transport/inside establishments because of this asshole Delta variant and the fact our daughter obviously can’t get a vaccine (she’s four months). 

Just a little Italy admin– the Green Pass has now been activated in Italy and it’s likely to get even more restrictive. For example, passengers are only be allowed to use certain public transport in Italy if they show a Green Pass, which proves recent vaccination, a negative COVID test in the past 48 hours or recovery from the disease in the last six months.

It’s worth making sure you stay updated with the latest rules in Tuscany and beyond. Follow sites like The Florentine, La Repubblica, The Local Italy, and the Tuscan Region. 

In more positive news, one thing I have always appreciated about September is the arrival of grape harvest season and the sticky-yet-delicious la schiacciata con l’uva (here’s a recipe by cookbook author and friend Emiko Davies). Think of a delicious flat bread overly stuffed with juicy grapes that make any rientro or return to life much easier to deal with. 

Personally, autumn is my favorite season, and can we say an amen to cooler weather and reasons galore to whip up delicious hearty soups and seek out a seriously cozy blanket (that our dog Ginger will steal) to curl up in together with a good book. 

We spent a glorious month (give or take) this past July in Florence and plan to be back to our little house with Annabelle in October for a week. I am beyond excited and hoping for cooler weather, October is always a favorite time for us to enjoy Toscana. 

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For those of you who might be reading this and going “huh – new home?” and have missed any pertinent life updates in our dual-homes of Switzerland and Florence – here’s just the post to read.

Link Love for the month of September 

  • We have all seen the one euro homes advertised all over Italy, but I’ve often wondered why Italians themselves seem super hesitant to buy them. Here’s one opinion on why you don’t see locals rushing to buy them via The Local Italy. 
  • I love this beautiful post by Jul’s Kitchen dedicated to their daughter’s first birthday. Heart, be still! 
  • This list of September events in Italian by my friend Elena of Io Amo Firenze is a must save! 
  • For the culturally minded — the secret passages of the Palazzo Vecchio have reopened this past August. 
  • Apparently, Michelangelo was not only brilliant as an artist but a bit on the shorter side. 
  • We would think that online trolls just enter a special sphere of hate when they go online but studies show that it is more likely that they are simply assholes all of the time. 
  • One account I’ve been following since becoming a new mother is this one and wow does she say all of the things we are thinking. 
  • “I Woke Up From a Coma and Couldn’t Escape the Guy Pretending to Be My Boyfriend” – take some time and read this until the end. 
  • Great piece by The Guardian showcasing how street art is helping young migrants paint a brighter future for Italy. 

Though coronavirus restrictions will indeed mean less events will be ongoing, there are still a fair amount of reasons to get excited about this September and I implore you to be respectful, wear a mask, be careful in crowds and still, enjoy the beginning of autumn in the city!

This September 4th and 5th marks ‘La Fierucola del Pane,’ the city’s oldest fierucola (a local market selling biological products and promoting the use of organic and biodynamic farming on a small scale) is now in its 37th edition but this year it will be hosted in Piazza Santa Croce instead of Santissima Annunziata. The open-air market will be a daylong event (9am to sundown). Here you can find not only bread; but organic honey, seasonal foods, and artisan-made crafts.

I’m happy to hear that one of my favorite local food festival “sagra del tartufo” is back from September 4th to September 26th and I am gearing up my stomach for what will hopefully be return trip to the neighborhood of Girone (in the suburbs of Florence) to try everything truffle. In its 37th year of existence, volunteers from the Italian blue cross organization come together to serve truffle pizza, truffle bruschette, pasta with truffle, truffle sausage – um I know I sound a bit like Bubba Gump but you get my drift. It’s cheap, fun and easy to get to via the bus line 14 (towards Girone) which you can catch at the station, it takes about 25 minutes to get there and it is the last stop. More info is here (in Italian).  You will sit at communal tables, the light is way too fluorescent, and it is very local. They have taken precautions to ensure that everything is safe as per covid19 restrictions. For info or to make a reservation call or email: tel. 3314480285 email: sagratartufo@gmail.comaddress: head to Piazza Sandro Pertini, Fiesole then take a left to find the food festival structure. 

An open-air Creative Factory heads to the Giardino di Arte’Cultura (horticulture garden, Via Vittorio Emanule II n.4) on September 5th. You’ll be able to join a number of events (also with kids) including a picnic, photography workshop, an urban dance show. More info can be found here. This is a project by the Heyart Association who have put together this market aimed at promoting creativity and youth enterprise.

This Saturday the 4th head down to community cafe Il Conventino near Piazza Tasso for a night of Jazz (I also love their pizzas too, this place is a real godsend). They run regular events throughout the week so keep an eye out on their Instagram. 

For those looking for a place to do pilates, get a massage, yoga, mindfulness and more: Relax Firenze is THE place to go in the center located near Piazza della Repubblica, from September 13th they will be running courses in mini-groups of Pilates, postural pilates and yoga.

On September 7th, the Italian Chef Charity Night returns at the Forte Belvedere terrace with several top chefs in action cooking a variety of dishes for charity: namely towards the Ca’ Moro restaurant in Livorno that’s worked in by young people with disabilities, and the Montedomini project by the non-profit organization ‘Il cuore di Firenze’, dedicated to the construction of homes for the elderly in need. Here’s where to get your ticket. 

September 7th is The Festa della Rificolona, or the annual Festival of the Paper Lanterns in honor of a popular Christian holiday celebrating the birth of the Virgin Mary (which is on September 8th). In Florence, this festival also marked a time when farmers living outside of the center would parade into Santissima Annunziata carrying paper lanterns on the evening of September 7th to then sell their goods in a market in the same square on September 8th. On the 7th around 8pm in Piazza Santissima Annunziata expect to see a large number of local Italian families carrying fun paper lanterns that local kids try to set on fire by launching spit wads (I kid you not). Honestly, it’s pretty cool to see in person, especially if this is your first time in Florence.  It is back this year (yay!) but they are also hosting a number of events in various neighborhoods around Florence for kids as well – check out this article (in Italian) for more details. 

The iconic paper lanterns for the rificolona are sold at local cartolerie

The British Institute of Florence always hosts a plethora of interesting cultural events that are super interesting. This September you can join one of their Wednesday lectures, now delivered via Zoom, with people from all over the world tuning in for entertaining and informative talks about Florence’s history, art and life. Here’s the upcoming program – expect topics such as “Currency of Diplomacy: Friendship, Propaganda and the Power of Renaissance Portrait Medals” and “Guardians and Messengers: Archangels in Florence”. 

Love Jazz? Well you are in for a treat! From September 8 to 12 there will be 5 days of music at the Firenze Jazz Festival with over 100 artists engaged in 10 different locations and more than 35 live events in Florence. The program can be seen here. 

Another Fierucola organic grocery market is now going to be every second Sunday from 8-3 pm in Piazza Carmine. The first edition will take place on September 12th. I’m curious to see how this one will be! 

Forte di Belvedere is still in action and this former 16th century Medici fort reopened earlier this summer to the public as a contemporary art space combined with a cool place for a drink with a stunning view of the city. Ongoing is an exciting exhibition  Pienovuoto curated by Sergio Risaliti, artistic director of the Museo Novecento, showcasing the work of the great photographer Massimo Vitali, known throughout the world for his ‘metaphysical’ shots. The photos on display are a portrait of our contemporary society amidst solitudes, multitudes, full spaces, gatherings, and empty landscapes, where nature or cities seem to have isolated a few survivors in the midst of grandiose, sublime architecture and landscapes, which still dominate undisputed life. 

Artigianato e Palazzo is back this September to showcase local artisan craftsmanship from the 17th to the 20th in Palazzo Corsini’s lovely gardens. It’s worth it to visit to see this incredible (and normally private) space in itself. address: via della Scala 15. 

Head to Piazza Santo Spirito, Sunday – September 19th for an all-day organic fair: Fierucolina di S.Michele. The square will be filled with organic producers from around Tuscany and Italy and is a great place to pick up parmesan, kambucha, breads, essential oils and a lot more.

The Florence Cocktail Week is back from September 20th to the 26th where some of the nicest bars in town (45+ in total) will pay homage to a bevy of lovely events: think aperitivo hour on overdrive, masterclasses and more! Here’s the list of participating locations in Florence. 

The Female Arts of Florence space in San Frediano is offering a number of holistic events this September that really look exciting, everything from yoga to dance, to meditation — you can find the full lineup here. 

One of my favorite places in Florence (and very beloved by locals) is Manifattura Tabacchi, a former tobacco factory in the San Jacopino neighborhood that has turned into an urban space hosting art exhibitions, a great restaurant (Bulli & Balene) and cafe and offers space for concerts, outdoor movies and more. A few highlights from this month you might want to check out. 

  • Until Sept. 19th. you can visit the Botanica Temporanea, an interactive exhibition inspired by the principle of gentle, low-impact environmental regeneration, aimed at encouraging the growth of spontaneous flora and fauna to recreate a mutually beneficial, long-term balance between Humans and Nature through the installation of greenery with 1555 plants and over 50 botanical species, provided by Giorgio Tesi Group, and through design documents, materials and testimonials. Exhibition Opening Hours: monday-friday, from 10:00 to 17:00, by appointment, write to: info@manifatturatabacchi.com.
    Saturday, from 10:30 to 19:30 (no appointment is required). 
  • Sept. 15-21st – God Is Green festival, these talks will be dedicated to sustainability and the future, conceived by Manifattura Tabacchi and produced by Nam – Not a Museum.
  • Sept. 16-18th, SUPERBLAST exhibition opens to the public showcasing the work of six artists that won the international call – Edoardo Aruta, Antonio Obregon Bermúdez, Federica Di Pietrantonio, Iper-collettivo, Oliviero Fiorenzi, Violette Maillard. Superblast revisits the relationships between man and environment, individual and community, nature and culture.
  • Join a community bike tour (bring your own bike) to learn more about some of Florence’s less famous neighborhoods. In September you can discover the quartiere of Novoli on September 9th (6:30pm-8:30pm). 

The St. Mark’s English Church on Via Maggio is always a great place for events (they have hosted many a book club/writer’s classes and yoga). Here’s what have on offer this September (green pass required). 

A night at the cinema, I have really missed watching movies on the big screen and The Odeon is a mighty fine place to see any film. The movie Dune will be coming out on September 16th, described by The Guardian as “Denis Villeneuve’s slow-burn space opera fuses the arthouse and the multiplex to create an epic of otherworldly brilliance”. Keep an eye out for the program for their original language lineup here. 

For those who appreciate short films, there is the 8th edition of a short film festival (FirenzeFilmCorti) September 22nd to the 25th hosted at several spaces around town, including the Murate complex in Florence, Accademia Belle Arti in Firenze, Limonaia Villa Strozzi. 

The last Saturday of every September (the 25th) is the Carro Matto or “crazy cart” with flasks of wine from Rufina that is pulled by a pair of white oxen through the city. Naturally, it marks wine harvest season and you can expect to see the parade fanfare around 3:30 pm the last Saturday of the month.

Corri la Vita is an annual Marathon for Charity that is beloved locally. This year the event will be all over Tuscany and it’s open to any sort of athletic interpretation. Also, access to many cultural destinations around Tuscany will be free for those wearing the iconic Corri la Vita t-shirt. Funds raised go towards fighting against breast cancer and assisting cancer patients.

While not exactly a specific event, during September provided the weather is good you can still enjoy the city’s many rooftop terraces. Most of which are located on top of hotels where anyone can go for an aperitif drink and even sometimes stay for dinner. The bonus is you get a beautiful, panoramic view of the city — just be aware that drinks will often be a little pricier.

  • “La Terrazza” on top of Hotel Continental is open to the public and is a sexy, sophisticated spot to sip a moscow mule with a birds-eye view of the Ponte Vecchio. While pricey, it is open daily from 3:30pm-10pm to a limited number of people (reservations required). address: Vicolo dell’Oro, 6r – 50123 Florence, Phone. +39 055 2726 5806 , E-mail. laterrazza@lungarnocollection.com.
  • Loggia Roof Bar in Santo Spirito gives you a very unique view of one of the city’s most popular gathering places for locals. I personally adore this terrace and wish I could camp up there as a permanent resident. address: : Piazza Santo Spirito, 9, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy. Reservations recommended. 
  • B-Roof is an awesome rooftop bar on Hotel Baglioni. It is the ideal place for a sundowner aperitivo with a large, expansive terrace at your beck and call with a bird’s eye view of the Duomo cathedral (and not only). Dig into curated snacks and fun cocktails, keep in mind that it’s best to make a reservation. Added bonus, you are very close to the train station should you need to jet off quickly. +39 055 23588865 www.hotelbaglioni.it.
  • Hotel Plaza Hotel Lucchesi’s stunning rooftop terrace by the National Library is one of my favorite places to go for a rooftop drinks. Reservations required +39 0552623500 empireo@toflorence.it. address: Lungarno della Zecca Vecchia, 38.
  • Head to the truffle restaurant Osteria dei Tre Panchi on Hotel Hermitage which is a delicious experience overlooking the rooftops of Florence. More info here. It is… amazing. 
  • View on Art is located on top of Hotel Medici in the center of town,  here you’ll find a beautiful view of the Duomo cathedral and more affordable aperitivi than similar terraces. address: Via dei Medici, 6. Closes at 9:30pm.
  • Hotel Kraft is one of the lesser-known spots for dinner or a drink in Florence and I actually quite like it. You’ll find it on Via Solferino, 2 near the American Embassy.
  • Grande Hotel Minerva, ‘360 Three Sixty’ Rooftop Bar. Always an iconic destination in Santa Maria Novella. Open daily from 7pm-midnight. Email info@grandhotelminerva.com for a reservation. 
 
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Georgette Jupe is a 'Tuscan Texan' digital social media marketing maven based in Zug, Switzerland and Florence, Italy with her husband Nico, daughter Annabelle and beagle Ginger. Her work involves creating authentic digital media strategies for international clients and providing travel, foodie & life tips via her blog 'Girl in Florence'. Hobbies include plenty of reading, hiking, the hunt for the 'perfect' flat white and laughs with the girls.
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Georgette Jupe is a 'Tuscan Texan' digital social media marketing maven based in Zug, Switzerland and Florence, Italy with her husband Nico, daughter Annabelle and beagle Ginger. Her work involves creating authentic digital media strategies for international clients and providing travel, foodie & life tips via her blog 'Girl in Florence'. Hobbies include plenty of reading, hiking, the hunt for the 'perfect' flat white and laughs with the girls.

7 Responses

  1. Cecilia says:
    04.09.2021 at 18:07

    I really like your tips/suggestions, your writing style and all that comes with it! Thanks!

    1. GirlInFlorence says:
      12.09.2021 at 10:19

      Thank you Cecilia!

  2. Victoria De Maio says:
    05.09.2021 at 19:30

    Ciao Georgette! Grazie for all of this great info!
    I just cannot figure out why I’m no longer getting your newsletter? Do I need to re-subscribe???‍♀️

  3. Brenda says:
    23.09.2021 at 1:55

    Do you have a “what to do in October in Florence?”

    What is a “best buy” in Florence that cost more in the USA?

  4. Rob Billingsley says:
    10.10.2021 at 19:41

    Do you know if there will be any events in Florence first week of November to commemorate the 55th Anniversary of the great flood of 1966? The selfless response of thousands of boomers and museum conservators to come and help clean up in the ’66-67 winter, as well as funding advanced the science of restoring paintings by decades.

  5. Linda Sutton says:
    24.10.2021 at 19:49

    Georgette; your newsletter has ceased. Why?

    Please update me.

    Linda

  6. Peter Holmes says:
    22.03.2022 at 9:15

    We are an English choir staging a concert in St James Episcopal Church in Florence on Tuesday 19th April at 2100. We have a 2 side promotion document we have prepared for the concert.

    Are you able to promote the concert in Florence?

    Perhaps you could get back to me with your suggestions and any costs that might be involved.

    Your earliest attention would be greatly appreciated.

    Many thanks

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🇬🇧 Camiceria Baldini tailored timeless shirts with clean, architectural lines. 
🇮🇹 Camiceria Baldini confeziona camicie su misura dalle linee eleganti e senza tempo. 
 
4.🔥 
🇬🇧 Cupioli’s hand-inlaid scagliola table, Vitae Fuoco, is a fiery tribute to movement. 
🇮🇹 Il tavolo Vitae Fuoco di Cupioli, in scagliola intarsiata a mano, è un omaggio al movimento. 
 
5: 🌲 
🇬🇧 Marco Martalar's fallen alpine wood into Vento e Radici, a sculpture of rebirth. 
🇮🇹 Marco Martalar ha scolpito legno alpino in Vento e Radici, simbolo di rinascita. 
 
6:🍸 
🇬🇧 A custom Tuscan gin by Liquorificio Morelli toasts to tradition and innovation. 
🇮🇹 Un gin artigianale firmato Liquorificio Morelli, tra tradizione e innovazione. 
 
7: 🎨 
🇬🇧 Elena Di Capita shaped ceramics into emotional forms echoing Mazda’s Kodo design. 
🇮🇹 Elena Di Capita plasma la ceramica in forme emotive che richiamano il design Kodo. 
 
8: 👜 
🇬🇧 Casa della Borsa’s leather travel bag blends classic craft with adventure. 
🇮🇹 La borsa da viaggio di Casa della Borsa unisce tradizione e spirito d’esplorazione. 
 
9: 💎 
🇬🇧 Graziella & Braccialini: a red-hot duo of jewelry and leather that nods to Mazda’s legacy. 
🇮🇹 La parure di gioielli Graziella omaggia una collezione storica dell’azienda che è stata reinterpretata e attualizzata con l’Artisan Red, il colore speciale di Mazda CX-80. La borsa in pelle a tracolla realizzata da Braccialini celebra l’iconico modello Cosmo Sport degli anni ‘60, attraverso dettagli personalizzati con accessori quali chiavi e cinture. 
 
#adv #mazda #mazdaitalia #mazdaeccellenzeitaliane #eccellenzeitaliane #girlinflorence
Eccellenze Italiane è il progetto di Mazda Italia Eccellenze Italiane è il progetto di Mazda Italia che valorizza le realtà artigianali e manifatturiere che rendono unico il nostro Paese.

Un viaggio attraverso l’Italia che ha coinvolto la rete dei concessionari Mazda e i migliori artigiani locali nella creazione di manufatti unici simboli dell’incontro tra la maestria giapponese e il saper fare italiano.

Con l’Expo Mazda delle Eccellenze Italiane, allestita a Firenze, @mazdaitalia_official ha celebrato il profondo legame culturale tra Italia e Giappone.

Protagoniste, 56 opere firmate da maestri artigiani italiani, esposte accanto a Mazda CX-60, emblema di valori condivisi come la cura dei dettagli, armonia estetica e artigianalità autentica.

Tra le opere in mostra, mi ha colpito in modo particolare quella dell’artista torinese Elena D’Oria.
La sua lampada Mo.Vi reinterpreta la fragilità come forma di bellezza, ispirandosi all’arte giapponese del Kintsugi.

Una sfera luminosa in porcellana che unisce tradizione, sostenibilità e speranza — un invito a riflettere su quanto anche gli ecosistemi feriti possano essere ricuciti con cura, attenzione e competenza.
Con l’Expo delle Eccellenze Italiane, Mazda continua il suo viaggio tra innovazione e tradizione, celebrando l’anima più autentica del nostro Paese.

#adv #mazda #mazdaitalia #mazdaeccellenzeitaliane #eccellenzeitaliane #girlinflorence
Everyone has their favorite places at the beach, o Everyone has their favorite places at the beach, often for many people I know in Florence it's Versilia, Porto Ercole, Castiglioncello, Pietrasanta/Forte dei Marmi or Elba (all lovely in their own right) but for this girl, it's always and forever Liguria.

I'm not sure why this region has my heart the way it does considering it can be a long drive/annoying train ride and more stones than sand beaches but once you're there... oh...my...goodness...

There is something so inviting about the pastel-colored buildings, crystal-clear blue water and floral-lined pathways, just begging to be discovered. 

The places we go are never fancy but oh are they special... the focaccia melting with cheese, quirky hotels (we stayed in Recco at @da.o.vittorio which has a notable restaurant which can only be described as a true vibe). 

I loved walking along the Sunday market in Camogli, picking up fried seafood and more focaccia (with pesto please) and playing in the pirate themed park on the promenade in Recco. The sea was warm, yes water shoes are recommended, and we had so much fun hanging with @scottallenwilson and @gabymarton and our littles. I'm a little bummed we won't make it back to Bonassola this summer but this quick weekend in Liguria was so special... forever one of my favorite places... 

#ligurianelcuore
Goodbyes are never easy—especially when you live Goodbyes are never easy—especially when you live thousands of miles away which I know so many of you know all too well. With a heavy yet peaceful heart, I’m mourning the loss of my Grandma Ruth Jupe, who passed away a few days ago at the age of 98.

I’ve long admired my Grandma Ruth. Orphaned alongside her brothers at a young age, she embodied resilience and optimism in the face of life’s many hardships. She raised six children in Texas and, despite being legally blind, never let that stop her from living fully or from being a loving mother and grandmother.

I’ll always remember her unmistakable laugh and her ever-present mug of sweet tea, along with the long stories she’d tell us about her childhood and of her life and was always ready to challenge our words at scrabble. She is already so deeply missed—but I’m profoundly grateful we had her for as long as we did. 

Rest in peace, Grandma Ruth. We all love you 🪽💕
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Hungry in Florence? Let the neighborhoods guide yo Hungry in Florence? Let the neighborhoods guide you.

My latest commission for the @michelinguide (look out for another piece coming out soon) spotlighted some of Florence’s most exciting dining spots—neighborhood by neighborhood.

From the classic flavors of Sant’Ambrogio to the creative energy pulsing through San Frediano, Florence is so much more than bistecca and gelato (though we love those too!). Each area has its own rhythm, traditions, and tastes—something locals and travelers alike should savor and some areas of the city have really grown their culinary presence ie: San Jacopino 

As someone lucky enough to call Florence home, I love how this guide highlights both Michelin-starred elegance and more casual spots that have been reviewed by Michelin critics. 

🔗 Check out my full guide in the link in my bio and check out the other contributors pieces for Florence by @curiousappetite @verymarygray @laurarysman and thank you @roxy.inparis for putting together a great team and @sonjabajicstudio for the amazing illustrations #michelinguide #yourflorence
You guys know I love community spots that showcase You guys know I love community spots that showcase true excellence and this is one of them!

The newly opened @fondazionecampagnamica agricultural market in Florence is one of the largest farmers’ market in Tuscany, spanning over 1,100 square meters inside the renovated ex Cartiera Verdi, near Porta San Frediano. 

This multifunctional space includes a farmers’ market with over 35 Tuscan producers, a regional wine shop featuring 44 wineries, and an area for authentic street food and traditional cuisine. Loved the bistecca cooking on the open grill 😍😍. 

What makes it special is its focus on short supply chains, community integration, and the freshness and seasonality of local products—ranging from vegetables and meats to cheese, fish from Viareggio, honey, and artisanal pasta. 

The market is open every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, offering locals and visitors a true taste of Tuscany. See you there! #girlinflorence #sanfrediano #visititaly #campagnaamica #yourflorence
We only spent a few days at these beautiful beache We only spent a few days at these beautiful beaches but it was a beautiful reminder of how incredible so many areas of Italy are. Nothing is perfect, most everything on social media is basically trying to appease an algorithm meant at shortening our attention spans and isn't always the best thing for us (or even accurate) but I can't help but want to share this beauty from the sands of Sardinia (Villasimius) about an hour from Cagliari by car. Miss you already Sardinia #girlinsardinia #visititaly
Postcard from Cagliari, what a joy, what a surpris Postcard from Cagliari, what a joy, what a surprise 😍

D.H. Lawrence’s Sea and Sardinia, says it best, painting an evocative portrait of Cagliari as he first saw it:

“Cagliari is a naked town. It is strange and rather wonderful, not a bit like Italy. It lies quite naked, looking southward and seaward, and the streets climb up steep and shallow like ladders, the houses pile up in a roughly pyramidal form, glowing creamy, and pink, and orange, under the southern sun. The city piles up lofty and almost miniature, like a tawny rock or a coral reef — raw, craggy, and prehistoric looking, as if it had been dug up from under the sea.”

Slide 1. Sunset from Via Santa Croce in the Cestello district

Slide 2. A pre-dinner twirl in front of the Santa Croce basilica 

Slide 3. Early evening stroll in the Cestello district 

Slide 4. A curious visitor saying ciao from a balcony 

Slide 5. Delicious nibbles, the creamiest robiola and sexiest prosciutto from @saborescagliari 

Slide 6: laundry doing its ViP thing

Slide 7: soft evening light near the port 

Slide 8: morning conversations with the loveliest Clara and Tania from the breakfast room at @birkinhotel 

Slide 9: going underground to Cagliari's Cripta di Santa Restituta, home to a 13th century fresco and used as a shelter during WWII 

Slide 10: pretty city street 
#cagliari #girlinsardinia #visititaly
When the world gets too exhausting please find me When the world gets too exhausting please find me at a local sagra (food festival) in the middle of nowhere in Tuscany dancing to these iconic beats by a duo in sparkly hats in a soccer field. Who's with me? #sagradellabistecca #fromitalywithlove #findmehere
Inspired stays in the gorgeous region of Umbria. Inspired stays in the gorgeous region of Umbria.

Last year we got to stay a few days at @la_segreta_umbria, a hand-restored 70-acre estate that redefined what real Italian hospitality feels like at their larger farmhouse property (they also have a lovely place in town). 

Think cherry bushes, olive groves, an outdoor bathtub covered in jasmine, a sunset drenched pool, vineyards and attention to detail. Eileen and Lorenzo are excellent hosts who aim to make their properties a stay you won't soon forget and are dedicated to their village, the people who call it home and using artisans wherever they can, from the soap in the bathrooms to the artisanal pasta and handpicked furniture. 

This is a happy place and you can feel that viscerally at the village happy hours at the local tabaccheria and the summer festival we were privy to last June. 

It’s not a hotel — it’s a place that feels like a home. One that comes with organic wine and neighbors who actually play bocce in the piazza. 
→ Read the full story on my latest substance: (link in bio)

📌 Save for your next Italian escape. #inspiredstays #girlinflorence #visitumbria
Trigger warning** (pregnancy loss) It's a beautif Trigger warning** (pregnancy loss)

It's a beautiful day, it's a bittersweet day. When I look at this photo from Tuscany's gorgeous hills surrounding Penza, it brings me back to five years ago exploring this countryside with one of my best friends visiting from Los Angeles. It was an exhilarating time in life also because I was pregnant with my first child, a baby boy who was so wanted and so loved already, and whom I knew would change my life forever. 

Unfortunately that dream was never to be. We lost him after the 20/21 week mark in May 2019 and yet I am forever grateful to have had the opportunity to hold him as he took his first breaths and his last. It was such an unbelievably painful time where I mostly hid myself under the covers in the waves of grief and yet I also could have never predicted what would come next. 

Now, 5 years since that loss, the grief still catches me off guard sometimes. My life has continued, and I now have my amazing daughter. I had to go through a myomectomy (fibroid removal surgery), the coronavirus pandemic, moving to Switzerland, getting pregnant again right after we moved, having our baby girl, moving back to Florence in late 2023 and life returning to whatever normal actually is, with its beautiful and less so moments. Of course my boy continues to live in my heart, and I will always be sad for the loss of the life I made, but never got to see grow up. There will always be a part of me that wonders who he would have been. 

If this has happened to you, please treat yourself kindly and with lots of compassion, something I wish I did more of at the time. These are life changing events and it is not your fault or god's will or any of that bullshit. Lean on the ones you love and allow for time and love to surround you. 💕 my heart is with you.
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